June Carlson was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Jeep-Herders,” “A Trip to Paris,” and “Off to the Races.” She had a significant career as a juvenile actress during the 1930s and 1940s.
Personal and Family Life
Born Helen June Carlson on April 16, 1924, in Los Angeles, California, she married Donald C. McKean on June 5, 1945. They had three children together, but later divorced. After her acting career, June chose to focus on raising her family and found work in a department store’s cosmetics section.
Career Overview
June Carlson gained popularity as a child actress and was known for her frequent appearances in the ‘Jones Family’ series produced by 20th Century Fox. She also starred in some provocative films during her career, which included “Delinquent Daughters” and “Mom and Dad.” Her performances often showcased her talent in lighthearted comedies and family-centered stories.
Death and Legacy
June Carlson passed away on December 9, 1996, in San Clemente, California, due to an aneurysm. Her contributions to Hollywood during her youth remain a part of her legacy, and she is remembered for her classic film roles and her work within the ‘Jones Family’ series, which was popular in its time.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Delinquent Daughters | 1944-07-15 | June Thompson |
| Queen of the Yukon | 1940-08-26 | Helen Martin |
| Love on a Budget | 1938-03-04 | Lucy Jones |
| A Trip to Paris | 1938-05-06 | Lucy Jones |
| The Hawk of Powder River | 1948-04-09 | Carole Chambers |
| Too Busy to Work | 1939-11-17 | Lucy Jones |
| Mom and Dad | 1945-01-03 | Joan Blake |
| Everybody’s Baby | 1939-03-24 | Lucy Jones |
| Come Out Fighting | 1945-09-29 | Jane Riley |
| Big Business | 1937-06-18 | Lucy Jones |
| Young as You Feel | 1940-02-16 | Lucy Jones |
| Jeep-Herders | 1945-12-01 | Helen Martin |
| Every Saturday Night | 1936-03-13 | Lucy Evers |
| Back to Nature | 1936-08-14 | Lucy Jones |
| Hot Water | 1937-09-24 | Lucy Jones |
| Borrowing Trouble | 1937-12-10 | Lucy Jones |
| Safety in Numbers | 1938-05-30 | Lucy Jones |
| Down on the Farm | 1938-10-11 | Lucy Jones |
| Educating Father | 1936-05-23 | Lucy Jones |
| A Very Young Lady | 1941-06-27 | Madge |
| Quick Millions | 1939-08-25 | Lucy Jones |
| Checkers | 1937-12-08 | Sarah Williams |
| The Jones Family in Hollywood | 1939-06-02 | Lucy Jones |
| On Their Own | 1940-05-17 | Lucy Jones |
| Off to the Races | 1937-02-05 | Lucy Jones |